The Bryce Harper-Manny Machado sweepstakes roll on with absolutely no end in sight, despite spring training creeping closer and closer. Rumors continue to swirl about both superstars, with the San Diego Padres joining the mix as a contender to land one of the free agents along with the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago White Sox, and in Harper’s case, the Washington Nationals. But while the Padres are the new kids on the block in the sweepstakes, showing serious interest in Machado and reportedly meeting with Harper earlier this week, the franchise prefers one star over the other, according to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman. While third base and sho... NESN.com
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MLB Rumors: Yankees Execs ‘Mixed’ On Team Trying To Sign Manny Machado
All signs point toward Manny Machado landing somewhere other than the Bronx. The New York Yankees, who signed shortstop Troy Tulowitzki last week, on Friday agreed to a two-year, $ 24 million contract with infielder DJ LeMahieu. While this doesn’t preclude New York from signing Machado, one of the best players in Major League Baseball, it creates even more doubt as to whether the four-time All-Star is a good fit for the Bronx Bombers. Thus, the Chicago White Sox and Philadelphia Phillies — the two other teams who’ve met with Machado in free agency — appear to be the front-runners for his services. And if we’re to believe Fancred’s Jon Heym... NESN.com
What Dodgers’ Manny Machado Must Do To Fit In With New Team
Manny Machado must adjust to his new surroundings off and on the baseball field. The newly minted Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop won’t play his preferred position solely during his tenure with the team, general manager Farhan Zaidi told LA Sports on Wednesday night. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts prizes positional versatility, and Machado, who spent much of his career as a third baseman before returning to full-time shortstop duty this season, will have to play the occasional game at the hot corner. “I think even Manny is going to play some short and some third when the situation calls for it,” Zaidi said, per Dodger Insider. “He’s g... NESN.com
MLB Rumors: Yankees Have Offered Top 10 Prospects In Manny Machado Trade Talks
The New York Yankees appear to be serious about making a legitimate offer for Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado — the hottest name in the MLB rumor mill. George A. King III of the New York Post reported Sunday that the Yankees have included some of their top prospects in trade talks involving Machado. “One day after a person with knowledge of the Manny Machado situation told The Post the Yankees aren’t interested in dealing any of their high-end prospects, another voice chimed in Sunday, saying the Yankees have offered players from their top-10 prospect list,” King wrote Sunday. It was reported earlier this month ... NESN.com
MLB Rumors: Yankees Still Eyeing Manny Machado, Recently Contacted Orioles
The New York Yankees already made the offseason’s biggest splash, and they’re reportedly considering another move that might blow the competition out of the water. Fanrag Sports’ Jon Heyman reported Friday, citing sources, that the Yankees again contacted the Baltimore Orioles about third baseman Manny Machado. Heyman did indicate a deal — at least at this time — “seems less than great,” but he also pointed out the Yankees might have the best chance to land the superstar third baseman from the O’s. As Heyman points out, the Yankees have been able to shed some burdensome payroll in the last year or so — despite acquiring Gianca... NESN.com
Orioles’ Manny Machado Rips Red Sox After Second Pitch Sails His Way
The Boston Red Sox-Baltimore Orioles drama continued Tuesday night at Fenway Park. A pitch thrown by Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale sailed behind Orioles third baseman Manny Machado in the top of the first inning, and both benches were warned. Afer the game, Machado strongly voiced his displeasure with the Red Sox after seeing a second pitch come his way ever since he spiked Red Sox second basemen Dustin Pedroia two weeks ago. Hear Machado’s rant against the Red Sox in the above video from “Red Sox Final,” presented by Plainridge Park Casino. Thumbnail photo from Patrick McDermott/USA TODAY Sports Images ... NESN.com